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Just as I Am
- A Memoir
- By: Cicely Tyson, Michelle Burford
- Narrated by: Cicely Tyson, Viola Davis, Robin Miles
- Length: 16 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 6,640
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 5,906
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Story5 out of 5 stars 5,890
Just as I Am is my truth. It is me, plain and unvarnished, with the glitter and garland set aside. Here, I am indeed Cicely, the actress who has been blessed to grace the stage and screen for six decades. Yet I am also the church girl who once rarely spoke a word. I am the teenager who sought solace in the verses of the old hymn for which this book is named. I am a daughter and mother, a sister, and a friend. I am an observer of human nature and the dreamer of audacious dreams.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A Legend and National Treasure
- By Mz Fabulous on 01-29-21
- Just as I Am
- A Memoir
- By: Cicely Tyson, Michelle Burford
- Narrated by: Cicely Tyson, Viola Davis, Robin Miles
Amazing story!
Reviewed: 02-11-25
Loved listening to Cicely Tyson’s story! She is a legend and understanding her story and her journey was great! Definitely worth a listen!
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I'm Glad My Mom Died
- By: Jennette McCurdy
- Narrated by: Jennette McCurdy
- Length: 6 hrs and 26 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 119,636
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 105,760
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Story5 out of 5 stars 105,374
Jennette McCurdy was six years old when she had her first acting audition. Her mother’s dream was for her only daughter to become a star, and Jennette would do anything to make her mother happy. So she went along with what Mom called “calorie restriction." She endured extensive at-home makeovers while Mom chided, “Your eyelashes are invisible, okay? You think Dakota Fanning doesn’t tint hers?” She was even showered by Mom until age sixteen while sharing her diaries, email, and all her income. In I’m Glad My Mom Died, Jennette recounts all this in unflinching detail.
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4 out of 5 stars
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Unexpectedly poor narration
- By Glitchzig on 08-10-22
- I'm Glad My Mom Died
- By: Jennette McCurdy
- Narrated by: Jennette McCurdy
Wonderful memoir!
Reviewed: 09-03-24
I had never heard of this actress before and only vaguely know her show on Disney, but her story is written so well and truly pulled me in. This was a great read!
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Will
- By: Will Smith, Mark Manson
- Narrated by: Will Smith
- Length: 16 hrs and 16 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 58,607
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 53,028
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Story5 out of 5 stars 52,766
One of the most dynamic and globally recognized entertainment forces of our time opens up fully about his life, in a brave and inspiring book that traces his learning curve to a place where outer success, inner happiness, and human connection are aligned. Along the way, Will tells the story in full of one of the most amazing rides through the worlds of music and film that anyone has ever had.
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3 out of 5 stars
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Will sure loves Will
- By Kejeco on 11-18-21
- Will
- By: Will Smith, Mark Manson
- Narrated by: Will Smith
Loved it!
Reviewed: 12-14-21
Will Smith does a fantastic job recounting his personal story and pulling the audience in. Definitely not dry or boring. I also very much enjoyed the small musical interludes he squeezes in throughout the story. This is definitely something that I would have missed if I’d read the book vs listening to it.
If you’ve followed Will Smith’s career in any aspect: music, movies, or tv, you’ll love this book! Definitely on my list of favorite memoirs!
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The Spark
- By: Vi Keeland
- Narrated by: Sebastian York, Andi Arndt
- Length: 9 hrs and 28 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 3,748
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 3,456
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 3,451
Donovan and I met at a coffee shop to do the suitcase exchange. Turned out, it wasn’t just his voice that was sexy. The man holding my luggage was absolutely gorgeous, and we had an immediate spark. He got me to admit that I’d snooped in his bag and then convinced me to make it up to him by letting him buy me coffee. Coffee led to dinner, dinner led to dessert, and dessert led to spending an entire weekend together. So what did I do to repay him for his kindness? I waited until he was in the shower, then ghosted him.
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5 out of 5 stars
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NEEDS A TW
- By Erica Sheley on 08-10-21
- The Spark
- By: Vi Keeland
- Narrated by: Sebastian York, Andi Arndt
Great story and voices!
Reviewed: 10-14-21
I was a bit impressed by Sebastian York who did the male voices in this story. Many of the side characters has accents and such and he just never missed a beat! I truly felt like different folks were speaking and I loved it!
The overall story was very sweet and engaging. I liked that the author took their time in telling the story and kept readers guessing. A great romantic weekend read!
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I'm Still Here
- Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness
- By: Austin Channing Brown
- Narrated by: Austin Channing Brown
- Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 5,808
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 5,124
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Story5 out of 5 stars 5,085
Austin Channing Brown’s first encounter with a racialized America came at age seven, when she discovered her parents named her Austin to deceive future employers into thinking she was a white man. Growing up in majority-white schools and churches, Austin writes, “I had to learn what it means to love blackness,” a journey that led to a lifetime spent navigating America’s racial divide as a writer, speaker, and expert helping organizations practice genuine inclusion.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A Black woman in a middle class White America
- By Adam Shields on 05-16-18
- I'm Still Here
- Black Dignity in a World Made for Whiteness
- By: Austin Channing Brown
- Narrated by: Austin Channing Brown
Loved this book!
Reviewed: 08-13-20
Austin tells her own story as a Black Christian woman in America beautifuly! I could relate to many of the things she shared, but I also think this is a great book for white Christian folks to read who are trying to understand the BLM movement, or understand why the notion of diversity often fails in white churches.
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Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You
- A Remix of the National Book Award-Winning Stamped from the Beginning
- By: Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi
- Narrated by: Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi - introduction
- Length: 4 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 3,626
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 3,151
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Story5 out of 5 stars 3,124
The construct of race has always been used to gain and keep power, to create dynamics that separate and silence. This remarkable reimagining of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi's National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning reveals the history of racist ideas in America, and inspires hope for an antiracist future. It takes you on a race journey from then to now, shows you why we feel how we feel, and why the poison of racism lingers. It also proves that while racist ideas have always been easy to fabricate and distribute, they can also be discredited.
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5 out of 5 stars
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You can't fight what you don't know-Jason Reynolds
- By C. Owens on 06-14-20
- Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You
- A Remix of the National Book Award-Winning Stamped from the Beginning
- By: Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi
- Narrated by: Jason Reynolds, Ibram X. Kendi - introduction
A must read!
Reviewed: 07-18-20
I have the original book, Stamped from the beginning, but this is a perfect adoption. The other book can be intimidating and this version was easy to follow and engaging to read. Great for teens, but also adults that don't feel ready for thicker version.
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Sugar Valley Series 1
- The Culmination of Everything
- By: Christina C. Jones
- Narrated by: Sean Crisden, Wesleigh Siobhan
- Length: 6 hrs and 51 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall5 out of 5 stars 1,074
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Performance5 out of 5 stars 1,033
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Story5 out of 5 stars 1,031
Losing everything doesn't have to be the end. Sometimes, it's a chance to find something different.
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4 out of 5 stars
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- By Lisa Osborn on 03-06-20
- Sugar Valley Series 1
- The Culmination of Everything
- By: Christina C. Jones
- Narrated by: Sean Crisden, Wesleigh Siobhan
great story!
Reviewed: 03-31-20
I really enjoy a lot of stories by this author. they also do a great job with the voice actors for her books! If you're looking for a fun story that highlights Black love, this is perfect. super excited to hear more stories in this series!
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What If
- By: Rebecca Donovan
- Narrated by: Noelle Kayser
- Length: 10 hrs and 44 mins
- Unabridged
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Overall4 out of 5 stars 149
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Performance4 out of 5 stars 136
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Story4 out of 5 stars 137
What if you had a second chance to meet someone for the first time?Cal Logan is shocked to see Nicole Bentley sitting across from him at a coffee shop thousands of miles from their hometown. After all, no one has seen or heard from her since they graduated over a year ago. Except this girl isn't Nicole.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Another GREAT Rebecca Donovan book!
- By Lori Dickey on 01-22-15
- What If
- By: Rebecca Donovan
- Narrated by: Noelle Kayser
Great Story!
Reviewed: 02-25-15
I didn't think this story would be as good as it was. The author does a great job at keeping readers on their toes. Even though the story is ultimately a love story, It's driven by the mystery of who Nyell is, and what happened in the past.
It started slow, but I was engaged through most of the story and very entertained!
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